2017 STS - OPENING SESSION: CAPITOL CONERNS: WHAT’S BREWING IN WASHINGTON?
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Find out what’s new in DC as we dive into the current regulations and how they impact your business as well as the specialized transportation industry. Former ATA Chairmen, Mr. Card and Mr. Byrd and current SC&RA President Mr. McTyre will address everything from ELD’s (electronic logging devices) to parking, speed limiters, and of course, permitting harmonization. Speakers: Phil Byrd, President, Bulldog Hiway Express Michael Card, President, Combined Transport John McTyre, Director of Strategic Relations, Unified Logistics Operating Group
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Strategic Plan Part 2: SWOT Analysis Paper
Jon Thompson
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Strategic Plan Part 2: SWOT Analysis Paper
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- 2. CAPITOL CONCERNS: WHAT’S BREWING IN WASHINGTON? Phil Byrd, President, Bulldog Hiway Express Michael Card, President, Combined Transport
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